Transport de Clare – 2018
Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?
We offer door-to-door transportation for anyone in Digby County. We are a registered charity which means we do subsidize rides for those with financial constraints. We offer more than just transportation, we assist with finding funding for people, we assist with bags and shopping if needed, we also are sometimes the only interaction that our passengers will have in any given month so we are the listening ear and social interaction they crave.
How many employees do you have?
4 full time office staff, 20 drivers and 4 volunteer cars
What do you look for in a new employee?
Reliable, good attendance record, compassionate people, good driving history, open to volunteering for a good cause, good listener.
What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?
This is the job for you if you like to work with the public, are looking to help those in need and don’t mind waiting while people are at appointments or shopping.
Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so for what types of positions?
Yes, we have a fleet manager that we will be hiring for as well as we are always looking for more drivers so we can efficiently serve all of Digby County. We will also be looking for 2 summer students.
What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?
Please contact our office 902-769-2333 and ask for Mandy
DIGBY PRINT AND PROMO – NOVEMBER 2017
Tell us about your business/organization and what makes you stand out as an employer?
We are a growing business supplying print and promotional products to local businesses and often businesses outside the area. We also specialize in one of a kind gifts, clothing and awards for the general public. Digby Print and Promo is an exciting place to work for the right person. Every day involves a new job and often a new challenge, well suited to a person who gets involved in their work and thinks creatively.
How many employees do you have? 2
What do you look for in a new employee?
Enthusiasm, respect for the customer and our business. Willingness to learn. Ability to work independently when required and as a team when required. Attention to detail.
What advice would you give someone who wants to work for your organization?
Come prepared to learn and do all aspects of the job, show enthusiasm, listen to and interact with the customer and your co-workers. Be prepared to learn a lot of new skills.
Show up looking like you respect the business and the customer, dress appropriately.
Do you anticipate hiring in the next 6 months? If so for what types of positions?
Yes, general duties including production and design.
What is the best way for someone to apply if they are interested in working for your organization?
Resume by email, preferably vetted through Nova Scotia Works.
If you would like your business featured, please contact our Employer Engagement Specialist, Charles Batstone, who will be happy to assist you. cbatstone@ns.aliantzinc.ca or by calling 902-245-5716.
INTERESTING EMPLOYER LINKS
Here are a few links that may be of interest:
Provincial Government Programs
Provincial Government Programs for Employers offered by Employment Nova Scotia
START Program
The START Program encourages employers to hire Nova Scotians requiring work experience. Financial incentives can be provided to employers with a labour need willing to support ready-to-work Nova Scotians. Incentives will vary depending on the type of employment offered and the skill level of the employee.
Job Creation Partnership
The Job Creation Partnerships (JCP) is a program designed to support projects that will provide eligible participants with meaningful work experience that will improve their employment prospects. While project activities should benefit both the participant and the community, the focus of JCP is to aid participants in acquiring work experience that will assist them in finding full time employment.
